Agreement Made to Bring Medical Marijuana Dispensaries to RI
After months of blocking any so called "compassion centers" from opening, the governor and legislative leaders, have reached a compromise to open them up.
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RIC Beats Bates to Remain Perfect at Home
Senior center Mike Akinrola (Woonsocket, RI) tallied 20 points and 11 rebounds to help guide the Rhode Island College men's basketball team past Bates College, 77-61, on Thursday night at The Murr
Unemployment Lowest Since 2009, A Lot Still Needs To Be Done
The national unemployment rate has dropped to its lowest point in more than two and a half years. The Department of Labor says the rate fell to 8.6 percent, the lowest since March
Providence's 11th homicide victim identified
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Providence police have identified a 21-year-old woman fatally shot as she drove on a South Providence street on Saturday. A police spokeswoman said Monday that Esscenc
RI Supreme Court declines to hear pension case
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Rhode Island's Supreme Court is declining to hear an appeal from state officials who sought to reverse a lower-court ruling that public pensions amount to a contract and canno
Teen struck by car in Johnston
JOHNSTON, RI-- A pedestrian wearing dark clothing was struck by a car while walking with three friends on Tuesday night.Police say a 17-year-old male was struck by a Jeep Liberty at 7:45p.m. while at
Thousands Rally Against Pension Plan
Days before a vote on Rhode Island's pension overhaul, a throng of union workers gathered at the state house for a rally Tuesday. If this plan passes, it could drastically change their lives. We've
Father Accused of Drunk Driving with Children
ATTLEBORO, Mass. (AP) - A Rhode Island man is facing criminal charges after he allegedly fell asleep at the wheel while parked in the high-speed lane of a Massachusetts highway, with a beer bottle be
RI Judge Hands Unions a Victory in Pension Suit
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - In a key victory for unions and public workers, a Rhode Island judge has ruled that pension benefits amount to an implied contract between the state and its employees.
Sam Querrey To Play At Hall of Fame Tennis Championships
Popular American ATP World Tour star Sam Querrey has committed to compete in the Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, which will be hosted July 4 - 10, 2011 on the grass courts of the I
RI House Passes Civil Unions Bill
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Rhode Island's House of Representatives on Thursday overwhelmingly passed legislation allowing gay couples to enter into civil unions after a last-ditch effort to revive gay m
Providence Boxer Vladine Biosse Ready For Prime Time Friday Night
Even with accolades and interview requests pouring in on a daily basis, Vladine Biosse – dubbed affectionately as "Mr. Providence" in his native Rhode Island – remains as humble as ever as he pr
RI Residents to Protest Recycling Center Expansion
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Residents, lawmakers and environmental groups opposed to the expansion of a Rhode Island business that recycles construction debris are urging the state to block the landfil
UPDATE: Baked Goods Sold at DeFusco Bakery Recalled
The Rhode Island Department of Health has issued a recall for all baked goods sold at DeFusco's Bakery in Cranston or Johnston.
State Rep. Wants Cities and Towns to Handle License Renewals
A Rhode Island State Rep has introduced a bill that would let drivers skip the long lines at the DMV for license renewals.
URI Heads To Atlantic City With Win Over St. Louis
James Delroy scored 17 points and had five blocks to lead Rhode Island over Saint Louis 70-61 on Tuesday night in the first round of the Atlantic 10 tournament.
Rhody's Delroy James Named to A10's All Conference Team
The University of Rhode Island's Delroy James has been named to the 2010-2011 Atlantic 10 All-Conference Second Team. The senior forward averaged 17.6 points per game, 7.8 rebounds per game, and had
Bryant's Alex Francis Named Rookie Of The Year
Bryant University freshman forward Alex Francis (Harlem, N.Y.) was rewarded for one of the most impressive rookie seasons in school history, becoming the men's basketball program's first-ever Nor
UPDATE: Victim in East Providence Crash Dies of Injuries
UPDATED: Rhode Island Hospital has confirmed to ABC6 News that the victim in this weekend's crash in East providence has died from his injuries. The driver, identified as 28 year-old Robert 'Rob' Debonis, was unresponsive at the scene of the…
P-Bruins Edge Out Springfield 2-1
P-BRUINS CLIP FALCONS AT THE DUNK McGrattan Doubles Points in 2-1 Win Over Springfield Providence, RI – Brian McGrattan doubled his year-to-date point totals, tallying a goal and an assist, en route to earning first star honors as the…
Bryant Football Signs 25 On National Signing Day
BRYANT UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL SIGNS 25 STUDENT-ATHLETES TO NATIONAL LETTERS OF INTENT SMITHFIELD, R.I. – Bryant University football coach Marty Fine is pleased to announce the signing of 25 student-athletes to National Letters of Intent to enroll and participate in…
Wiley Center To Hold "Action" At RI Office Of Energy Resources
ABC 6's "Operation Warm Home" is prompting officials at the George Wiley Center to hold an "action" at Rhode Island's Office Of Energy Resouces on Monday. The George Wiley Center helps people who need heating assistance. A series of reports…
P-Bruins Win In A Shootout
P-BRUINS EDGE MONARCHS 2-1 IN SHOOTOUT Nolan Schaefer Makes 41 Saves as P-Bruins Return to .500 Providence, RI – Trent Whitfield scored the game-winning goal in the shootout to propel the Providence Bruins past the Manchester Monarchs 2-1 at…
Andre Agassi To Be Inducted Into Tennis Hall Of Fame In July
Andre Agassi to be Inducted to International Tennis Hall of Fame The eight-time Grand Slam champion will be inducted on July 9, 2011. NEWPORT, R.I., USA, January 20, 2010 - Andre Agassi, a former world No. 1 and…
